Marijuana's Affects Respiratory System

Marijuana's Affects Respiratory System



Marijuana's affects respiratory system

While all of the long-term effects of marijuana use are not yet known, there are studies showing serious health concerns. For example, a group of scientists in California examined the health status of 450 daily smokers of marijuana but not tobacco. They found that the marijuana smokers had more sick days and more doctor visits for respiratory problems and other types of illness than did a similar group who did not smoke either substance. Tobacco smoke and marijuana smoke may work together to change the tissues lining the respiratory tract. Marijuana ...